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Value Stream Mapping Aids

3.
Pre-event Actions
Create common expectations for the event
Collect data to support mapping
Clarify the scope of area to be mapped
Identify and invite individuals needed for event
Gather supplies and set up area

4.
A map needs to... Be useable
Measure time
Be commonly accepted
Track value creation
Contain all steps not just official or documented
Be current Show both information and product flow
Easily increase understanding Show inventory levels
Help highlight improvement opportunities

5.
Find the Hidden factory
Steps in a process that are not documented.
Must reveal and come to understand.
Usually found through observation or
auditing of the process.

6.
Mapping Helps
Current -baseline-common ground-
uncover the hidden process-think like a
map maker: collect all features-find
opportunities to improve-jumping off
point for other maps-must reflect up to the
moment